2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1987 Porsche 924
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 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 139 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 924. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1987 Porsche 924. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1987 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 924 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| 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 | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
