1995 Porsche 911 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911. 1998 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Porsche 911 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |