1997 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Porsche 911 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 922 Nm | 370 Nm |
Top Speed | 328 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2360 mm |