1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 911. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Porsche 965. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 965 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
