2003 Porsche GT2 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 2003 Porsche GT2 is newer by 11 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 968. (241 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 46 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.
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, 2003 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Porsche GT2 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | GT2 | 968 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 456 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |