1968 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 38 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 661 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.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Porsche 911 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 180 L |
