1993 Porsche 968 vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 1993 Porsche 968 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 968 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 Porsche 930.
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, 1985 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 968 | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 968 | 930 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |