1966 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (473 HP) has 414 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Corolla | 911 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 473 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
