This is my first porsche – and i’m aware of the maintaince costs of both. I’m 6’3ft and 40 yrs old and have been driving a manual (stick) volkwagens for nearly 20 yrs and been in love with porsches for almost as long.
These are two very different cars, and which will work best for you will really depend on what you want in the car. Though a year older, the 968 will be a much more modern car than the 993, which will still show many aspects of the original 1964 911 (the 993 still shares the same basic chasis with the original). Both cars are rather porky compared to earlier Porsches… and even the current models. But both also have a fair amount of power.
The 968 was the entry level Porsche when it was produced, while the 993 was closer to the top of the line, though both cars should have excellent build quality.
While I can go on, and state many fine points about the 968 (it’s more modern as I mentioned, it’s very well balanced, etc), the fact is, if you want a 911, then you shouldn’t consider it. If you want a 911 now, and get the 968, you will still want the 911 and wish you had gone with the 993.
The converse being, if you don’t find the quirks of a 911 charming, then you should only look at the 968, because the 993 still has much in common with it’s earlier brothers.
In the end, take a close look at both of these and drive a few examples. The 993 has much higher performance limits, though for the average driver, the 968′s performance is more accessible (ie, it’s an easier car to drive fast). See which one you like because, with the many differences, it’s unlikely you will still consider both after taking a much closer look.
Between me and my husband we’ve owned more MP3 players over the years than I can count, including Sansas, iRivers, iPods (classic & touch), the Ibiza Rhapsody, etc. But, the last few years I’ve settled down to one line of players. Why? Because I was happy to discover how well-designed and fun to use the underappreciated (and widely mocked) Zunes are.
Between me and my husband we’ve owned more MP3 players over the years than I can count, including Sansas, iRivers, iPods (classic & touch), the Ibiza Rhapsody, etc. But, the last few years I’ve settled down to one line of players. Why? Because I was happy to discover how well-designed and fun to use the underappreciated (and widely mocked) Zunes are.
Apple now has Rhapsody as an app, which is a great start, but it is currently hampered by the inability to store locally on your iPod, and has a dismal 64kbps bit rate. If this changes, then it will somewhat negate this advantage for the Zune, but the 10 songs per month will still be a big plus in Zune Pass’ favor.
The Zune concentrates on being a Portable Media Player. Not a web browser. Not a game machine. Maybe in the future it’ll do even better in those areas, but for now it’s a fantastic way to organize and listen to your music and videos, and is without peer in that regard. The iPod’s strengths are its web browsing and apps. If those sound more compelling, perhaps it is your best choice.
If you’re still on the fence: grab your favorite earphones, head down to a Best Buy and ask to plug them into a Zune then an iPod and see which one sounds better to you, and which interface makes you smile more. Then you’ll know which is right for you.
Apple now has Rhapsody as an app, which is a great start, but it is currently hampered by the inability to store locally on your iPod, and has a dismal 64kbps bit rate. If this changes, then it will somewhat negate this advantage for the Zune, but the 10 songs per month will still be a big plus in Zune Pass’ favor.
The Zune concentrates on being a Portable Media Player. Not a web browser. Not a game machine. Maybe in the future it’ll do even better in those areas, but for now it’s a fantastic way to organize and listen to your music and videos, and is without peer in that regard. The iPod’s strengths are its web browsing and apps. If those sound more compelling, perhaps it is your best choice.
The new Zune browser is surprisingly good, but not as good as the iPod’s. It works well, but isn’t as fast as Safari, and has a clunkier interface. If you occasionally plan on using the web browser that’s not an issue, but if you’re planning to browse the web alot from your PMP then the iPod’s larger screen and better browser may be important.
These are two very different cars, and which will work best for you will really depend on what you want in the car. Though a year older, the 968 will be a much more modern car than the 993, which will still show many aspects of the original 1964 911 (the 993 still shares the same basic chasis with the original). Both cars are rather porky compared to earlier Porsches… and even the current models. But both also have a fair amount of power.
The 968 was the entry level Porsche when it was produced, while the 993 was closer to the top of the line, though both cars should have excellent build quality.
While I can go on, and state many fine points about the 968 (it’s more modern as I mentioned, it’s very well balanced, etc), the fact is, if you want a 911, then you shouldn’t consider it. If you want a 911 now, and get the 968, you will still want the 911 and wish you had gone with the 993.
The converse being, if you don’t find the quirks of a 911 charming, then you should only look at the 968, because the 993 still has much in common with it’s earlier brothers.
In the end, take a close look at both of these and drive a few examples. The 993 has much higher performance limits, though for the average driver, the 968′s performance is more accessible (ie, it’s an easier car to drive fast). See which one you like because, with the many differences, it’s unlikely you will still consider both after taking a much closer look.
Between me and my husband we’ve owned more MP3 players over the years than I can count, including Sansas, iRivers, iPods (classic & touch), the Ibiza Rhapsody, etc. But, the last few years I’ve settled down to one line of players. Why? Because I was happy to discover how well-designed and fun to use the underappreciated (and widely mocked) Zunes are.
Between me and my husband we’ve owned more MP3 players over the years than I can count, including Sansas, iRivers, iPods (classic & touch), the Ibiza Rhapsody, etc. But, the last few years I’ve settled down to one line of players. Why? Because I was happy to discover how well-designed and fun to use the underappreciated (and widely mocked) Zunes are.
Apple now has Rhapsody as an app, which is a great start, but it is currently hampered by the inability to store locally on your iPod, and has a dismal 64kbps bit rate. If this changes, then it will somewhat negate this advantage for the Zune, but the 10 songs per month will still be a big plus in Zune Pass’ favor.
The Zune concentrates on being a Portable Media Player. Not a web browser. Not a game machine. Maybe in the future it’ll do even better in those areas, but for now it’s a fantastic way to organize and listen to your music and videos, and is without peer in that regard. The iPod’s strengths are its web browsing and apps. If those sound more compelling, perhaps it is your best choice.
If you’re still on the fence: grab your favorite earphones, head down to a Best Buy and ask to plug them into a Zune then an iPod and see which one sounds better to you, and which interface makes you smile more. Then you’ll know which is right for you.
Apple now has Rhapsody as an app, which is a great start, but it is currently hampered by the inability to store locally on your iPod, and has a dismal 64kbps bit rate. If this changes, then it will somewhat negate this advantage for the Zune, but the 10 songs per month will still be a big plus in Zune Pass’ favor.
The Zune concentrates on being a Portable Media Player. Not a web browser. Not a game machine. Maybe in the future it’ll do even better in those areas, but for now it’s a fantastic way to organize and listen to your music and videos, and is without peer in that regard. The iPod’s strengths are its web browsing and apps. If those sound more compelling, perhaps it is your best choice.
The new Zune browser is surprisingly good, but not as good as the iPod’s. It works well, but isn’t as fast as Safari, and has a clunkier interface. If you occasionally plan on using the web browser that’s not an issue, but if you’re planning to browse the web alot from your PMP then the iPod’s larger screen and better browser may be important.