1995 Porsche 911 vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
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, 1995 Porsche 911 (540 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Porsche 911 | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | 968 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 92 L |