2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1966 Porsche 912
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 579 kg more than 1966 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 1966 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Lumina | 912 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
