2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 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 93 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 930. (257 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930. 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 1977 Porsche 930. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 930. (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | 930 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 6.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |