1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 34 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 278 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 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner, 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2339 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
