1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP) has 320 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1997 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 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (311 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Lumina | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 520 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 685 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |
