1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1977 Porsche 928
To start off, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 928 (237 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 60 kg more than 1977 Porsche 928.
Because 1977 Porsche 928 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 1977 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, 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, 1977 Porsche 928 (363 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1977 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | 928 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
