2005 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP) has 299 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Porsche Carrera GT.
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 Carrera GT (590 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 968. (500 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Carrera GT | 968 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
