1999 Pontiac Salsa vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Salsa would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Salsa. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Salsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Salsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Pontiac Salsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Salsa. (203 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Salsa.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Pontiac Salsa | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Salsa | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 420 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1505 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |