2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 269 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Porsche | Buick |
| Model | 911 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 473 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |
