1993 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 818 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Porsche 912. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1967 Porsche 912 has manual transmission. 1967 Porsche 912 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Bravada | 912 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2220 mm |
