1986 Porsche 928 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 928. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 928 weights approximately 201 kg more than 2011 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 (439 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Porsche 928 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 928 | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4957 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |