2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 275 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965.
Because 1995 Porsche 965 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 1995 Porsche 965. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
Model | Silhouette | 965 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 356 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |