2005 Porsche 996 vs. 1984 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1984 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1984 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 1984 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, 1984 Porsche 930 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 996 | 1984 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 996 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 74.4 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 | 1405 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
