2001 Porsche 996 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
Because 2001 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 996 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 996 | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 74.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1467 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |