2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Terraza | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2270 mm |
