1968 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Porsche 911 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
