1966 Porsche 904 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 904. (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 473 kg more than 1966 Porsche 904. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Porsche 904 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 904 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1260 mm |
