2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 911. (231 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 85 L |