2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 15 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Rainier | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1260 mm |
