1992 Porsche 911 vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 965 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
