2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 928.
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, 1991 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | 928 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3823 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 319 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |