1992 Pontiac Sunbird vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird weights approximately 52 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 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 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird, 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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Pontiac Sunbird | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Sunbird | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70.4 mm |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |