2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (272 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 473 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |
