1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (317 HP) has 250 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
Model | A 109 | 911 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 317 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2360 mm |