2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (297 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 56 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930.
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, 1979 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1979 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1979 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Grand Prix | 930 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 297 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |