1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Stola. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Stola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 560 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.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | Stola | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4000 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 | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
