2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 944 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
