1968 Porsche 911 vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1983 Toyota Model F is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Model F weights approximately 280 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911.
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, 1968 Porsche 911 (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Model F. 1983 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1968 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1968 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Porsche 911 | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Model F |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2240 mm |