1981 Porsche 930 vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1981 Porsche 930. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1981 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Porsche 930 | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 930 | 996 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3297 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |