1988 Porsche 944 vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Porsche 944 (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 944 | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 944 | 912 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 71 mm |
| 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 | 1266 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2220 mm |
