2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Porsche 928 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 1991 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Tiburon | 928 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2653 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.9 mm |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 319 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |