1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 665 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2360 mm |