1972 Porsche 911 vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1993 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 283 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 1993 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2339 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |
