1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2004 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2004 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (225 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 55 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2004 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2860 mm |