2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1980 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 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 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 911. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 353 kg more than 1980 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 1980 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 (401 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 911. (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 1980 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
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 | 355 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 70.4 mm |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |