1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 32 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1464 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Porsche 911 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |