1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2010 Dacia Sandero 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 2,339 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 34 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 Dacia Sandero, 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 2010 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Porsche | Dacia |
| Model | 911 | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2339 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
