1994 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Porsche 911 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |