1981 Porsche 944 vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944.
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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 944 | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 944 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
