2005 Porsche 996 vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (376 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 968 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
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 (386 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 996 | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 996 | 968 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 92 L |