2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1995 Porsche 911

To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 461 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Porsche 911 1995 Porsche 911
Make Porsche Porsche
Model 911 911
Year Released 2005 1995
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 3600 cc 3746 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 414 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 355 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 5400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 102.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.4 mm 76.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 11.3:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1279 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2280 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 92 L


 

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