2005 Porsche 996 vs. 1991 Porsche 944
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 944 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 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 944. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1991 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 996 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 944. (337 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 996 | 1991 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 996 | 944 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
