1990 Porsche 911 vs. 1961 Porsche 718
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Porsche 718. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Porsche 718 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Porsche 718. (146 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Porsche 718. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1961 Porsche 718. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 911 | 1961 Porsche 718 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 718 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 990 mm |
