2001 Porsche 996 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 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 76 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 968. (241 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 968. 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 996 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 996 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
