1968 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 36 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Porsche 911 | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 911 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
