1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2009 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G6 (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 583 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Because 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2009 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | G6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2860 mm |
