2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Steyr G-series
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Steyr G-series. (292 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Steyr G-series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Steyr G-series weights approximately 760 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1999 Steyr G-series (448 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1999 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Porsche | Steyr |
| Model | 911 | G-series |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
