1974 Porsche 911 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 24 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (362 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Porsche 911 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2280 mm |
