2000 Porsche 996 vs. 1979 Porsche 928
To start off, 2000 Porsche 996 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Porsche 928. (295 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1979 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 928 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Porsche 996.
Because 2000 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 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, 1979 Porsche 928 (380 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche 996 | 1979 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 996 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
