1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2004 Porsche 911

To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 993. (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Porsche 993 2004 Porsche 911
Make Porsche Porsche
Model 993 911
Year Released 1998 2004
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 3600 cc 3822 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 283 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 347 Nm 408 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2360 mm


 

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