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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 911. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
