2002 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 293 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 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 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero, 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Oldsmobile Alero | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
Model | Alero | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |