2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
