1995 Porsche 968 vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 968 | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 968 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
