2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Lucerne | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
