2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
Because 1987 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i30 | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | i30 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 85 L |