2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1993 Porsche 928
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1993 Porsche 928.
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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 928. (408 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1993 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
