1992 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. Both 1992 Porsche 911 and 2003 Porsche 996 are equipped with a 3,594 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996. 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 1992 Porsche 911. 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |
