1988 Porsche 928 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 928. (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 135 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 928 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 928 | 911 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4468 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |