1969 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 911. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celica weights approximately 120 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica, 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, 1969 Porsche 911 (176 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 911 | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
