2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1994 Porsche 965
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 390 kg more than 1994 Porsche 965.
Because 1994 Porsche 965 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 1994 Porsche 965. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 1994 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. 2008 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick LaCrosse | 1994 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | LaCrosse | 965 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
