1995-1998 Porsche 911: Overview

Updated: 12/17/09

1998 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe 2-door coupe
1998 Porsche 911
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1995-1998 Porsche 911 

  • Price Range:  $12,700 - $41,400
CG Rating

39

out of 100

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Pros

  • Acceleration
  • Antilock brakes
  • Steering/handling

Cons

  • Instruments/controls
  • Noise
  • Price
  • Ride

Vehicle Highlights

The first 911 went on sale way back in 1963. In this improved rendition for the late '90s, a rear-mounted, 3.6-liter air-cooled flat 6-cylinder engine produced 270 horsepower. Both rear-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive Porsche 911 Carreras were marketed, in hardtop coupe and Cabriolet (convertible) form. The engine switched from solid to hydraulic valve lifters and a new dual exhaust system reduced back pressure while softening noise. A new 6-speed manual transmission replaced the prior 5-speed. In addition to the manual, rear-drive Porsches could have a Tiptronic 4-speed automatic transmission, which permitted changing gears manually by flicking a console shift lever or pushing fingertip switches on the steering wheel. Antilock all-disc braking was standard. An optional limited-slip differential incorporated an automatic brake differential, which used the brakes to prevent wheel spin at low speeds.

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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)

Category Porsche 911 Carrera Rating
Performance 9
Fuel Economy 3
Ride Quality 2
Steering/Handling/Braking 9
Quietness 2
Controls/Materials 5
Interior Room 4
Room/Comfort (rear) 1
Cargo Capacity 1
Value within Class 3
Total Score: 39

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