1959 Porsche 356 vs. 1993 Porsche 993

To start off, 1993 Porsche 993 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 993 weights approximately 582 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1993 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Porsche 356 1993 Porsche 993
Make Porsche Porsche
Model 356 993
Year Released 1959 1993
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 1582 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 75 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 119 Nm 347 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 5250 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 838 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2110 mm 2280 mm


 

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