2003 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Porsche 911

To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2011 Porsche 911. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2003 Porsche 911 (621 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Porsche 911 2011 Porsche 911
Make Porsche Porsche
Model 911 911
Year Released 2003 2011
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 3600 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Horse Power 443 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 621 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 1505 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.7 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 67 L


 

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