1993 Porsche 993 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1993 Porsche 993. 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 1993 Porsche 993. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (401 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 993 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 993 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2360 mm |
