2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 292 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1978 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1978 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Lumina | 930 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |