2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 224 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 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 1998 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne, 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911. 2007 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Lucerne | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Lucerne | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |