1980 Porsche 930 vs. 1986 Porsche 911
To start off, 1986 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 930 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Porsche 930 | 1986 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 930 | 911 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
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 | 1300 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |