1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 1977 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 911. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 315 kg more than 1977 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 1977 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | 3000GT | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2280 mm |
