1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (375 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (315 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (490 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 315 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2360 mm |
