1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. 1995 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Roadmaster | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Roadmaster | 993 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2280 mm |