1995 Porsche 968 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 968 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 968 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
