1996 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 Porsche 996
To start off, 2002 Porsche 996 is newer by 6 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 996.
Because 2002 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (540 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche 996. (371 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 911 | 2002 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2360 mm |
