1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda 1300 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | 1300 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3600 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 85 L |