1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 35 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 2,339 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 418 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Porsche 911 | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2339 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |