1966 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2004 Porsche GT2 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 911. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1966 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, 2004 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 911. (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Porsche 911 | 2004 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
