2010 Porsche Panamera vs. 1990 Buick Century
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP) has 339 more horse power than 1990 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Century.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Century. 1990 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Porsche Panamera | 1990 Buick Century | |
Make | Porsche | Buick |
Model | Panamera | Century |
Year Released | 2010 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 699 Nm | 251 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2918 mm | 2664 mm |