1975 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (408 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Pontiac Trans Am | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Trans Am | 911 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6556 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 350 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 408 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 11.8:1 |
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 | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |