chsu74

+1. The dash and 4 spoke steering wheel from the 964 era and earlier would be the first thing I would notice.

Franklin229

I saved myself the trouble and started with a 993-

Abdon

I think I'm going to make the deal very very soon.....PPI tomorrow....will keep you all posted!

tcsracing1

Actually, one always anticipates the steering wheel being different in another vehicle but it is all the other little things that one wouldnt think of until actually stepped in.

Ed Hughes

No kidding. Floormats or sq corners on the hood are about the last things I look at when sampling a car for the first time. Let's see-
Seating position, sound when starting, mechanicals while disengaging clutch, acceleration, torque, sound, stopping, handling....

JM993

Auto dim mirrors were actually available as an option on later 993s. They are shaped differently than the typical 993 mirror.

Don't feel bad, I didn't know this either until I bought my 97 so equipped.

Cheers,
Joe

Abdon

Can't have both....not at this time.

tcsracing1

True, but when going from one generation 911 to an older generation ( as opposed from going from a 997 to a vette for example) these are the things a 997 owner will notice going into the older car even before the key is twisted.

Mark in Baltimore

Maybe it can't handle 100+ degree Texas temps, but I found the AC on my 993 to be wonderful on 90+ degree, super humid days. Absolutely no issues for me and in marked contrast to the subpar and anemic AC system in my old 3.2 Carrera.

Ed Hughes

I've had no issues driving thru Calif deserts with the a/c.

Cactus

My A/C is great and i use it all summer. 100 degree days are no problem. Heated seats are also great on 2 degree days.

texas911

One of the biggest contrast for me after driving was the floor mounted pedals and the ultra low long throw shifter.

ehanauer

I went from an 06 Boxster to the 993. I love the retro dash, the power, the classic look, the aircooled sound, the quality build, the visibility.

I miss the short shift, AC that works in hot weather, gas mileage, and the superior handling.

Mister C

I guess I am one of those rare birds that traded in their 997.1S for a 993.

I miss the horsepower, stereo and NAV but that is it.

I prefer the 993 because it is a more visceral and connected driving experience. I know exactly what that car is doing at all times. I can also rotate the car which wasn't really possible with the 997.

I also love WOT acceleration. In the 997 I could do so for about 5 seconds before Johnny law might take interest. In the 993 I can row through several gears before I am over the limit. Much more fun.

My 993 is lowered and has H&R coilovers, drop links, etc. I handles so much more precisely than the 997. It is also more compact and maneuverable.

The 993 sounds so much better than the 997. It offsets the poor stereo, which I can always upgrade if I choose.

Looks are another reason. The 993 wins this contest hands down IMHO.

The first thing I noticed when I got in was the floor mounted pedals. Those felt very strange to me at first. Now I don't even notice. Also, the 993 is an ocean of vinyl while my 997 was full leather. Vinyl lasts longer but doesn't smell as nice. I actually kinda like the oil smell of the 993--not sure why, just do.

The 993 is not quite a DD for me but pretty close. I drive it more than the 997 that is for sure. I don't mind heavy traffic even with an RS clutch and light weight flywheel. It gives me something to do while stuck in traffic.

All told, no regrets here. I plan to keep Gitta (the 993) for a long time and only miss Mitzy (the 997.1) on those rare occasions where I would like a little more horsepower. Also, Gitta was already transformed into a DE car before I bought it. I plan on starting DEs next year and am really looking forward to it.

tcsracing1

another thing i noticed is how the 993 does not like going into 1st gear at speed....

one almost has to be stopped for it to go into 1st