1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (164 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Because 2009 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 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
Model | Silhouette | 911 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |