1977 Porsche 930 vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 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, 1977 Porsche 930 (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Porsche 930 | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Porsche | Hummer |
| Model | 930 | H3 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
