1992 Porsche 928 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (381 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 928. (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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, 1992 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (385 Nm). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Porsche 928 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 928 | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5396 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 385 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 89 L |