1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT

To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 33 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 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 303 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, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Porsche 911 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
Make Porsche Porsche
Model 911 Carrera GT
Year Released 1972 2005
Body Type Coupe Roadster
Engine Position Rear Middle
Engine Size 2339 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 165 HP 604 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 590 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 98 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70.4 mm 76 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 12.0:1
Top Speed 220 km/hour 330 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1077 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 92 L


 

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