1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 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 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo, 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, 1999 Buick Cielo (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993. 1999 Buick Cielo has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Cielo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Cielo | 993 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
