1995 Porsche 968 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (300 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 968 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 968 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 64 L |
