2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Porsche 911. (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 965. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 965 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
