1969 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 42 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, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 911. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 235 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, 2011 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, 1969 Porsche 911 (176 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 911 | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
