2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 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 116 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 911. (246 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 99 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Lumina | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 77 L |
