1990 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 1990 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 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30, 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche 911 | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Porsche | Hyundai |
Model | 911 | i30 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1371 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 53 L |