2005 Porsche 996 vs. 1970 Porsche 917
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 917. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 917 would be higher. At 4,994 cc, 1970 Porsche 917 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Porsche 917 (520 HP) has 205 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 996. (315 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Porsche 917 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 617 kg more than 1970 Porsche 917.
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, 1970 Porsche 917 (610 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (400 Nm). This means 1970 Porsche 917 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 996 | 1970 Porsche 917 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 996 | 917 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 4994 cc |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 520 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 798 kg |
