1998 Porsche 993 vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Porsche 912. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (362 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 993 | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 993 | 912 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 133 Nm |
| 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 | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2220 mm |
