1975 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am.
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, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 996. (370 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Pontiac Trans Am | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Trans Am | 996 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6556 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 317 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |