1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 13 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 271 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Porsche | Hyundai |
Model | 911 | i40 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 665 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2770 mm |