1997 Porsche 993 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Porsche 993 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 993 | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2360 mm |