1995 Porsche 968 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (376 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (385 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 968 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 968 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 376 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
