2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 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 774 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Terraza | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |
