2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1981 Porsche 930

To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1981 Porsche 930. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1981 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Porsche 911 1981 Porsche 930
Make Porsche Porsche
Model 911 930
Year Released 2008 1981
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 3824 cc 3297 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 431 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 74.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.8:1 7.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1536 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2510 mm


 

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