2008 Hummer H3 vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,652 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hummer | Porsche |
| Model | H3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3652 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |
