1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 445 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Porsche | Buick |
Model | 911 | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 665 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2837 mm |