M64 vs 9A1/MA1

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Higher reliability score
9A1/MA1 BUY 82/100
+10 points over M64
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE M64 Porsche
0 / 100
BUY 9A1/MA1 Porsche

Specifications

M64
9A1/MA1
Brand
Porsche
Porsche
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BUY
Reliability
72
82
Years
1993--1998
2008--2019
Displacement
3600 cc
3800 cc
Layout
F6
F6
Type
Petrol Na
Petrol Na
Power
272--408 hp
350--400 hp
Known Issues
1
1
Total Risk Cost
€400--€1,000
€0--€0

Character

M64

"993 Carrera/Turbo. Last air-cooled 911. No IMS (that's M96+). Turbo version hugely reliable. NA version: chain tensioner. Cam chain guide. Simple by Porsche standards. Iconic."

9A1/MA1

"991 Carrera NA and 997.2. Direct fuel injection. No IMS bearing. No bore scoring concern. Porsche's most reliable modern flat-6. Oil separator system improved. Excellent longevity."

Issues Comparison

M64 1

● MODERATE
Chain tensioner wear €400--€1,000 80,000 km--150,000 km

9A1/MA1 1

○ MINOR
No significant design flaws known €0--€0 0 km--0 km

Models

M64 4

911 993 1993--1998 911 993 1995--1998 911 993 1995--1998 Panamera 970 2009--2013

9A1/MA1 0

No models listed.

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