1992 Porsche 965 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 965. (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 965. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1992 Porsche 965. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 965. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 965 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 965 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |
