1980 Porsche 928 vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 1980 Porsche 928 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,474 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 928. (239 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 928 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
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:
| 1980 Porsche 928 | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 928 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4474 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
