1993 Porsche 928 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 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 928 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 1993 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 928 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 928 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
