2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1994 Porsche 965
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1994 Porsche 965.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1994 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 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 1994 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1994 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 | 1994 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | 965 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |