1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1975 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 625 kg more than 1975 Porsche 911.
Because 1975 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 1975 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Riviera | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2270 mm |