1968 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 41 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 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 310 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911.
Because 1968 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Porsche 911 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |