2009 Pontiac G8 vs. 1969 Porsche 912
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 912 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 325 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 359 kg more than 1969 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 Pontiac G8 (563 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 912. 2009 Pontiac G8 has automatic transmission and 1969 Porsche 912 has manual transmission. 1969 Porsche 912 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 | 1969 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | G8 | 912 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
