2005 Buick Regal vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Buick Regal is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (250 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Buick Regal. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Regal.
Because 1990 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 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick Regal (311 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (309 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911. 2005 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Regal | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Regal | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2280 mm |
