1999 Buick Cielo vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Cielo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Cielo would be higher. Both 1999 Buick Cielo and 2012 Porsche 911 are equipped with a 3,800 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (400 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Because 2012 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 2012 Porsche 911. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (440 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Cielo. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Cielo. 1999 Buick Cielo has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Cielo | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1295 mm |