1991 Italdesign M12 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Italdesign M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Italdesign M12 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (409 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1991 Italdesign M12. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Italdesign M12.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Italdesign M12 (450 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (405 Nm). This means 1991 Italdesign M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Italdesign M12 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Porsche |
| Model | M12 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 409 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 304 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
