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 5,952 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (321 HP @ 3300 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 1020 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Avanti Studebaker.
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 | 5952 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2675 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2360 mm |