2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 13 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 300 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (531 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 965. (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 965.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Lumina | 965 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 356 HP |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2270 mm |
