1982 Porsche 944 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 944 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 944 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
