1996 Oldsmobile SS vs. 1996 Porsche 993

To start off, both 1996 Oldsmobile SS and 1996 Porsche 993 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.

Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. 1996 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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