2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 132 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (286 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Tiburon | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2653 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 286 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |