1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2007 Porsche 911

To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 993. (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.

Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993. 2007 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Porsche 993 2007 Porsche 911
Make Porsche Porsche
Model 993 911
Year Released 1998 2007
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 3600 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 283 HP 316 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 347 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2360 mm


 

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