1966 Porsche 912 vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1966 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Porsche 912 | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 912 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |
