1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 Vector M12
To start off, 2003 Vector M12 is newer by 31 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vector M12 weights approximately 553 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, 2003 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 2003 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Porsche | Vector |
| Model | 911 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2339 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2750 mm |
