1998 Buick Signia vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Signia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 590 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 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 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia, 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Signia. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Signia. 1998 Buick Signia has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Signia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Signia | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |
