2005 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1999 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 996 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 @ 8000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1999 Porsche 996. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Porsche 996. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | 1999 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Carrera GT | 996 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
