1999 Buick Riviera vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Buick Riviera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Buick Riviera. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 250 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911. 1999 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Riviera | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Riviera | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |