1963 Pontiac Tempest vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Pontiac Tempest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Pontiac Tempest would be higher. At 6,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Pontiac Tempest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Pontiac Tempest. (295 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Pontiac Tempest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1963 Pontiac Tempest. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Pontiac Tempest | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Tempest | 911 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6376 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2360 mm |
