1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 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 1999 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (298 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1999 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1999 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Silhouette | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
