Porsche 911 Turbo

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Porsche 911 Turbo

Germany vs Germany — 1974 vs 1975

Porsche 911 Turbo (1974)
Porsche 911 Turbo (1975)
Specifications
911 Turbo 930 3.3911 Turbo 3.3 (930)
Horsepower300 hp300 hp
Torque318 lb-ft318 lb-ft
Engine Size3,299 cc3,299 cc
0-60 mph5.2 sec5.0 sec
Top Speed162 mph162 mph
¼ Mile13.5 sec13.3 sec
Wheelbase2,272 mm2,272 mm
Length4,291 mm4,291 mm
Units Produced18,77018,770
Value (Excellent)$250,000$250,000
Collectibility5/105/10
Rarity6/105/10
The Verdict

It's a closely fought contest. The 1974 Porsche 911 Turbo 930 3.3 brings its unique character to the table, and the 1975 Porsche 911 Turbo 3.3 (930) answers with quicker acceleration. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.

Overview

Few model names carry as much weight as the Porsche 911 Turbo. The 1974 and 1975 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1974 Porsche 911 Turbo 930 3.3 producing 300 hp and the 1975 Porsche 911 Turbo 3.3 (930) delivering 300 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Porsche 911 Turbo uses a Flat-6 Turbocharged Air-Cooled displacing 3,299 cc, while the Porsche 911 Turbo relies on a Flat-6 SOHC 12V Turbo with 3,299 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1975 Porsche 911 Turbo 3.3 (930) edges ahead at 5.0 seconds versus 5.2 seconds. Both trade at comparable values on the collector market, making the choice between them largely one of personal preference.