2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Buick Lucerne would be higher. Both 2008 Buick Lucerne and 2011 Porsche 911 are equipped with a 3,800 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 463 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 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 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne. 2008 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Lucerne | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Lucerne | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |