1986 Porsche 928 vs. 1986 Porsche 911

To start off, both 1986 Porsche 928 and 1986 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (288 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 911. (228 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 911.

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, 1986 Porsche 928 (410 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 911. (286 Nm). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Porsche 928 1986 Porsche 911
Make Porsche Porsche
Model 928 911
Year Released 1986 1986
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2957 cc 3164 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 288 HP 228 HP
Torque 410 Nm 286 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2280 mm


 

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