1967 Porsche 904 vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 1981 Porsche 944 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Porsche 904 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 944 weights approximately 646 kg more than 1967 Porsche 904.
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:
| 1967 Porsche 904 | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 904 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1965 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 699 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
