1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | 3000GT | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |