1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 vs. 1986 Porsche 911
To start off, 1986 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 659 kg more than 1986 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 911. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 has automatic transmission and 1986 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1986 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | 1986 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
Model | Delta 88 | 911 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6965 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 638 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 74.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2280 mm |