1997 Porsche 993 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 16 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2013 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Porsche 993 | 2013 Scion tC | |
Make | Porsche | Scion |
Model | 993 | tC |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2700 mm |