2009 Pontiac G8 vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 41 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (414 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 309 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. 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 Pontiac G8 (563 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911. 2009 Pontiac G8 has automatic transmission and 1968 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1968 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G8 | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | G8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
