1980 Porsche 930 vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis

To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 33 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 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 225 kg more than 1980 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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Genesis.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Porsche 930 2013 Hyundai Genesis
Make Porsche Hyundai
Model 930 Genesis
Year Released 1980 2013
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3299 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 431 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1865 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1385 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2820 mm


 

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