1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 28 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1239 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.

Because 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Porsche 911 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Porsche Toyota
Model 911 Land Cruiser
Year Released 1972 2000
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 2341 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 131 HP 232 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 197 Nm 434 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70.4 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1077 kg 2316 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 96 L