1993 Porsche 911 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (131 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
