1999 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Porsche 911 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |