1993 Porsche 968 vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i40. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968.
Because 1993 Porsche 968 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 968 | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Porsche | Hyundai |
Model | 968 | i40 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |