2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1239 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911. 2003 Avanti Studebaker has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Avanti | Porsche |
| Model | Studebaker | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2360 mm |
