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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 570 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.
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 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4500 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 | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
