1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Porsche 911 (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1966 Porsche 911.
Because 1966 Porsche 911 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 1966 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000, 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 911. (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 911. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1966 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1966 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac 6000 | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | 6000 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 61 L |
