1963 Porsche 356 vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1963 Porsche 356. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1963 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 968 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1963 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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Porsche 356. (126 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Porsche 356 | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 356 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 92 L |
