2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (440 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (351 Nm). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 74.4 mm |
| 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 | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
