1968 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Porsche 911

To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911.

Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Porsche 911 2007 Porsche 911
Make Porsche Porsche
Model 911 911
Year Released 1968 2007
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 1991 cc 3605 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 481 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 158 Nm 624 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 76 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 67 L


 

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