1978 Porsche 930 vs. 1999 Porsche GT3
To start off, 1999 Porsche GT3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche GT3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Porsche GT3. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche GT3.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 930 | 1999 Porsche GT3 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 930 | GT3 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
