1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 594 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 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 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
Model | Silhouette | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2280 mm |