1968 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 36 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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 325 kg more than 1968 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 Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Porsche 911 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 92 L |