1968 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 40 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Porsche 911 | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 911 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
