1980 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 911. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 438 kg more than 1980 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 911. (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 911. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Porsche 911 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
