2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. Both 2004 Porsche 911 and 1996 Porsche 993 are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2280 mm |
