2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 362 kg more than 1989 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 (563 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (286 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
