1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2005 Toyota Solara is newer by 33 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Solara. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Solara weights approximately 318 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Solara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Porsche 911 | 2005 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Solara |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2341 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |