1991 Porsche 964 vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 964. (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 964. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1991 Porsche 964. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 964.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 964 | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 964 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2360 mm |
