1964 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 911 would be higher. Both 1964 Porsche 911 and 2010 Kia Magentis are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1964 Porsche 911. (129 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1964 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 562 kg more than 1964 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 911. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Porsche 911 | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | 911 | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
