2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 911 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 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1260 mm |
