1994 Porsche 968 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 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 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 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 968 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 67 L |
