1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 38 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Brilliance BS6. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 368 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, 2010 Brilliance BS6, 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, 2010 Brilliance BS6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Porsche 911 | 2010 Brilliance BS6 | |
Make | Porsche | Brilliance |
Model | 911 | BS6 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2339 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2800 mm |