1966 Porsche 906 vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1981 Toyota Soarer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 906. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 906 would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Porsche 906 (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Porsche 906 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 688 kg more than 1966 Porsche 906.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Porsche 906 | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 906 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 617 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
