1975 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 36 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (245 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (434 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. 2011 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1975 Pontiac Trans Am has manual transmission. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Pontiac Trans Am | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Trans Am | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6556 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 245 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 550 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 16.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2896 mm |