The 993 Turbo was the last air-cooled 911 Turbo, and the first with twin turbochargers and all-wheel drive. Smooth, fast and beautifully built, it is now one of the most coveted air-cooled Porsches.
This guide covers the full specification, where values sit today, how it compares, and what matters most when you buy one.
Specification
| Years of production | 1995–1998 |
| Units built | ~5,978 (Turbo) |
| Engine | 3.6 L twin-turbo air-cooled flat-six |
| Power | 408 hp (300 kW); Turbo S ~424+ hp |
| Torque | 398 lb-ft (540 Nm) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| 0–60 mph | ~3.9 sec |
| Top speed | 180 mph (290 km/h) |
| Layout | Rear-engine, all-wheel drive |
| Price when new | ~$105,000 (1996) |
Performance in context
The 993 Turbo paired twin turbos and all-wheel drive with the last air-cooled flat-six, a combination that made it effortlessly fast and uniquely characterful. The Turbo S added more power and exclusivity.
The market: what a 993 Turbo is worth now
As the last air-cooled Turbo, the 993 has appreciated sharply. Standard Turbos typically trade around $200,000 to $400,000, with the rare Turbo S and low-mileage cars worth considerably more.
Indicative market guidance, October 2026. Sources: CLASSIC.COM, Hagerty. Typical ranges, not a quotation.
What to look for when buying
- Turbo vs Turbo S — the rare Turbo S is worth multiples of the standard car.
- Originality — matching-numbers, original-paint cars lead; many were modified.
- Service history — confirm engine and turbo service; air-cooled engines reward documented care.
- Rust and accident history — check for corrosion and prior damage.
- Mileage and colour — low mileage and desirable colours command premiums.
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