1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche 911. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Jetfire | 911 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
