1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 321 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2341 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
