2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1984 Porsche 930
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Porsche 930 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911. 2001 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1984 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1984 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1984 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
