2011 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Porsche 911 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | 911 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2451 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |