1997 Porsche 993 vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 930. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 993 | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 993 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
