2006 Porsche 911 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 993. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (362 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2280 mm |
