1994 Porsche 993 vs. 2012 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2012 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 822 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 993 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2012 Zenvo ST1.
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, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1083 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 993 | 2012 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Porsche | Zenvo |
| Model | 993 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3055 mm |
