1999 Porsche 911 vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche 911 | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 924 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
