2003 Buick Regal vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Buick Regal is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Regal weights approximately 660 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Because 1973 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 1973 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911. 2003 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1973 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1973 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Regal | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Regal | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |