1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 706 kg more than 1984 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Innocenti 990 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Innocenti | Porsche |
Model | 990 | 911 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2350 mm |