1995 Porsche 968 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 968. (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 230 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.
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 @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Porsche 968 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 968 | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 64 L |