1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari 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 2,339 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 843 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Porsche 911 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Porsche | Tata |
Model | 911 | Safari |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2339 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |