1995 Porsche 965 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 965 would be higher. Both 1995 Porsche 965 and 2005 Porsche 911 are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 965. (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 965. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 965. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 965. (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 965.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 965 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 965 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 356 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |
