1994 Porsche Karisma vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche Karisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche Karisma would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1994 Porsche Karisma. (268 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche Karisma.
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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche Karisma. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche Karisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche Karisma | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Karisma | 911 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
