1978 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 911. (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1978 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 911. (265 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Porsche 911 | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | 996 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2360 mm |