2000 Porsche 996 vs. 2011 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2011 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 808 more horse power than 2000 Porsche 996. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2000 Porsche 996. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Zenvo ST1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 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, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1073 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche 996 | 2011 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Porsche | Zenvo |
| Model | 996 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3055 mm |
