1972 Porsche 911 vs. 1989 Porsche 911

To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1972 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Porsche 911 1989 Porsche 911
Make Porsche Porsche
Model 911 911
Year Released 1972 1989
Body Type Coupe Roadster
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 2341 cc 3163 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Horse Power 131 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 197 Nm 286 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1077 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1260 mm


 

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