2009 Pontiac G8 vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 944. (221 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 944.
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, 1985 Porsche 944 (330 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G8. (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G8. 2009 Pontiac G8 has automatic transmission and 1985 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1985 Porsche 944 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 | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | G8 | 944 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
