1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Abarth Stola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Abarth Stola would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Stola. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Stola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | Stola | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |