1965 Porsche 912 vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 927 kg more than 1965 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Porsche 912. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Porsche 912. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Porsche 912 | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 912 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
