1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 1994 Porsche 965
To start off, 1994 Porsche 965 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 Porsche 965.
Because 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Porsche 965. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1994 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 1994 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | 3000GT | 965 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2270 mm |
