1996 Porsche 911 vs. 1948 Tatra T87
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra T87. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra T87 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1948 Tatra T87. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra T87. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Tatra T87 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1996 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. 1996 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1948 Tatra T87 has manual transmission. 1948 Tatra T87 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 911 | 1948 Tatra T87 | |
| Make | Porsche | Tatra |
| Model | 911 | T87 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2860 mm |
