1968 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 44 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 208 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 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, 2012 Kia Soul, 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, 2012 Kia Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Porsche 911 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | 911 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |
