1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 316 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Commander (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911. 2010 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Porsche 911 | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Porsche | Jeep |
Model | 911 | Commander |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2341 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |