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. Both 2011 Porsche 911 and 2012 Porsche 911 are equipped with a 3,800 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2012 Porsche 911. (400 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 265 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 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (440 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 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 530 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 699 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 2100 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 1660 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4478 mm 4491 mm
Vehicle Width 1852 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1295 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2451 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 64 L


 

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