1992 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2001 Porsche GT2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Porsche GT2.
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, 2001 Porsche GT2 (621 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Porsche 911 | 2001 Porsche GT2 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | GT2 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3594 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 456 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |