1987 Porsche 959 vs. 1999 Vector M12
To start off, 1999 Vector M12 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 959. (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 959. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vector M12 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1987 Porsche 959. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Vector M12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1999 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 959. (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 959.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 959 | 1999 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Porsche | Vector |
| Model | 959 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2750 mm |
