1990 Porsche 928 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 928. (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 928. (430 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche 928 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 928 | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4957 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |