2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1968 Porsche 911

To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Porsche 911 1968 Porsche 911
Make Porsche Porsche
Model 911 911
Year Released 2007 1968
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 3824 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 66 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.8:1 9.1:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4170 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 61 L


 

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