2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Lucerne | 993 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2280 mm |
