2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1987 Porsche 928
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 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 928 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
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, 1987 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 911 | 1987 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | 928 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |