1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 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 43 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 1990 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 1990 Porsche 911. 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
