Germany vs Germany — 1996 vs 2005
| 911 GT2 993 | 911 (997) GT3 RS | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 430 hp | 450 hp |
| Torque | 398 lb-ft | 317 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 3,600 cc | 3,797 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 3.9 sec | 3.8 sec |
| Top Speed | 184 mph | 193 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 11.9 sec | 12.0 sec |
| Weight | 2,855 lbs | 3,021 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,272 mm | 2,355 mm |
| Length | 4,245 mm | 4,460 mm |
| Units Produced | 194 | 2,017 |
| Original MSRP | — | $132,800 |
| Value (Excellent) | $2,500,000 | $450,000 |
| Collectibility | 10/10 | 9/10 |
| Rarity | 9/10 | 8/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1996 Porsche 911 GT2 993 brings lighter weight, greater rarity, stronger collectibility to the table, and the 2005 Porsche 911 (997) GT3 RS answers with quicker acceleration, higher top speed, better value. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Few model names carry as much weight as the Porsche 911 GT2. The 1996 and 2005 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. The 2005 Porsche 911 (997) GT3 RS holds a clear advantage in raw power with 450 hp compared to 430 hp, a 20-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Porsche 911 GT2 uses a Flat-6 SOHC Twin-Turbocharged 12V displacing 3,600 cc, while the Porsche 911 (997) relies on a Flat-6 DOHC with 3,797 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2005 Porsche 911 (997) GT3 RS edges ahead at 3.8 seconds versus 3.9 seconds. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 194 units built, the 1996 Porsche 911 GT2 993 is considerably scarcer than the Porsche 911 (997)'s 2,017 examples. On the collector market, the 1996 Porsche 911 GT2 993 commands a significant premium over the 2005 Porsche 911 (997) GT3 RS, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.