2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2280 mm |
