1996 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 911. (350 Nm). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 911. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora 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. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Aurora | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
