1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 665 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2360 mm |