1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (544 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1983 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Porsche 930.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Porsche 930. (431 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Porsche 930. 1998 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1983 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1983 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1320 mm |
