1990 Porsche Pan Americana vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana weights approximately 76 kg more than 1991 Porsche 968. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche Pan Americana | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | Pan Americana | 968 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |