Porsche 911 S

vs

Porsche 911 (993) Turbo

West Germany vs Germany — 1967 vs 1995

Porsche 911 S (1967)
Porsche 911 (993) Turbo (1995)
Specifications
911 S 2.0 S Coupe911 (993) Turbo Turbo
Horsepower160 hp408 hp
Torque132 lb-ft398 lb-ft
Engine Size1,991 cc3,600 cc
0-60 mph7.4 sec3.7 sec
Top Speed140 mph180 mph
¼ Mile15.3 sec12.3 sec
Weight2,271 lbs3,307 lbs
Wheelbase2,268 mm2,272 mm
Length4,163 mm4,245 mm
Units Produced4,6915,978
Original MSRP$6,990$105,000
Value (Excellent)$350,000$450,000
Collectibility9/109/10
Rarity7/107/10
The Verdict

It's a closely fought contest. The 1967 Porsche 911 S 2.0 S Coupe brings lighter weight, better value to the table, and the 1995 Porsche 911 (993) Turbo Turbo answers with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.

Overview

Few model names carry as much weight as the Porsche 911 S. The 1967 and 1995 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. The 1995 Porsche 911 (993) Turbo Turbo holds a clear advantage in raw power with 408 hp compared to 160 hp, a 248-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Porsche 911 S uses a Flat-6 SOHC displacing 1,991 cc, while the Porsche 911 (993) Turbo relies on a Twin-Turbo Flat-6 SOHC with 3,600 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1995 Porsche 911 (993) Turbo Turbo edges ahead at 3.7 seconds versus 7.4 seconds. The Porsche 911 S carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 1036 lbs lighter. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.