2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1992 Porsche 964
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 964 would be higher. Both 2005 Porsche 911 and 1992 Porsche 964 are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 964. (261 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 964. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1992 Porsche 964. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 964.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1992 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 964 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| 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 | 414 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |
