1987 Porsche 924 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 924. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1987 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 924 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 924 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 924 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 298 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
