2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 1982 Porsche 944 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 1982 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Tiburon | 944 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
