1998 Buick Regal vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Buick Regal is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Regal weights approximately 342 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
Because 1996 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 1996 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal, 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 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Regal | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Regal | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 650 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2280 mm |