2005 Porsche 996 vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 930. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 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 996 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 930. (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 996 | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 996 | 930 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 70.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |