2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Porsche | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 911 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
