2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 577 more horse power than 2008 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 246 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg Agera.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Koenigsegg Agera. 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, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | Porsche | Koenigsegg |
Model | 911 | Agera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |