1990 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 1995 Porsche 965 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 139 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965.
Because 1995 Porsche 965 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 1995 Porsche 965. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Prix | 965 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2270 mm |
