1996 Porsche 911 vs. 1998 Tata Estate

To start off, 1998 Tata Estate is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (444 HP) has 377 more horse power than 1998 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Estate weights approximately 494 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (584 Nm) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Estate. (118 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Estate.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Porsche 911 1998 Tata Estate
Make Porsche Tata
Model 911 Estate
Year Released 1996 1998
Engine Size 3596 cc 1948 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 444 HP 67 HP
Torque 584 Nm 118 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1644 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2830 mm


 

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