1977 Porsche 928 vs. 2004 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2004 Porsche GT2 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 928. (237 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 928 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Porsche GT2.
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 GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 928. (363 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 928. 1977 Porsche 928 has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche GT2 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche GT2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Porsche 928 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Porsche 928 | 2004 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 928 | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
