1965 Pontiac Tempest vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 1987 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Tempest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Tempest would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Tempest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1965 Pontiac Tempest. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Pontiac Tempest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Tempest weights approximately 140 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
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:
| 1965 Pontiac Tempest | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Tempest | 911 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2270 mm |
