1958 Suzuki Light vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1958 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Suzuki Light | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Porsche |
| Model | Light | 911 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3800 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
