2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 50 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 930. (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche Cayenne | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | Cayenne | 930 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4806 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 74.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |