1969 Porsche 912 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (162 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1969 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Porsche 912. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 912 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 912 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 87 L |
