1968 Porsche 911 vs. 1972 Porsche 917
To start off, 1972 Porsche 917 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,994 cc, 1972 Porsche 917 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 917 (520 HP) has 380 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 917 should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Porsche 911 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1972 Porsche 917.
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, 1972 Porsche 917 (610 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (176 Nm). This means 1972 Porsche 917 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Porsche 911 | 1972 Porsche 917 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 917 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4994 cc |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 520 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 798 kg |
