2003 Porsche 996 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Porsche 996. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche 996 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 996 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1292 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
