2005 Porsche 996 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 996. (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche 911. 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 996 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 996 | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 537 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |