2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 764 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911. 2003 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Rendezvous | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |
