1969 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 911. (156 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 871 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 911. (191 Nm). This means 2008 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 911. 2008 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1969 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1969 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Porsche 911 | 2008 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Porsche | Buick |
Model | 911 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 191 Nm | 265 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3009 mm |