1999 Porsche 911 vs. 1976 Porsche 930
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 930. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1976 Porsche 930. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 350 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche 911 | 1976 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
