1999 Buick Regal vs. 1994 Porsche 965
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 Porsche 965.
Because 1994 Porsche 965 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 1994 Porsche 965. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1994 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal. 1999 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1994 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Regal | 965 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2270 mm |
