1974 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 Xedos 6
To start off, 1996 Xedos 6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Xedos 6 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Xedos 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Porsche 911 | 1996 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Porsche | Xedos |
| Model | 911 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2686 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2620 mm |
