2009 Pontiac G6 vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G6. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 379 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac G6 (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G6 | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | G6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
