2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Porsche 912. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Hummer | Porsche |
| Model | H3 | 912 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2280 mm |
