1995 Porsche 968 vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 911. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 968 (500 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 911. (265 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 968 | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 968 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
