1991 Porsche 968 vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 968 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
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, 1977 Porsche 930 (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Porsche 968 | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 968 | 930 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |