2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1992 Porsche 965
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 965. (317 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 965. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1992 Porsche 965. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 965. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1992 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1992 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 965 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
