2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1993 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | 968 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 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 |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 92 L |