1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 1971 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Corolla | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
