1990 Innocenti 990 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1990 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1990 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Innocenti 990 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Porsche |
| Model | 990 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2360 mm |
