1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Kia Forte

To start off, 2010 Kia Forte 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 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Forte weights approximately 151 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.

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 Kia Forte, 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 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Porsche 911 2010 Kia Forte
Make Porsche Kia
Model 911 Forte
Year Released 1972 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 2341 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 131 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 197 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4300 RPM
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 1228 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4529 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1775 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1461 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 52 L


 

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