1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 513 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.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2341 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |