1969 Porsche 914 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Porsche 914. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 914 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 914 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |
