1994 Porsche 993 vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1994 Porsche 993 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 928 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1994 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 993 | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 993 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
