1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 36 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 774 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 911 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2339 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
