1975 Porsche 930 vs. 2005 Porsche 911

To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 930. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 930. (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 930.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Porsche 930 2005 Porsche 911
Make Porsche Porsche
Model 930 911
Year Released 1975 2005
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 2994 cc 3605 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 256 HP 444 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 351 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70.4 mm 76 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2360 mm


 

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