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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 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 125 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 968. (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 968.
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 | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 67 L |
