1989 Innocenti 990 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1989 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1989 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Innocenti 990, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Innocenti 990 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Porsche |
| Model | 990 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2280 mm |
