2004 Pontiac GTO vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac GTO | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | GTO | 944 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5669 cc | 2680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |