1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 333 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 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 2010 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2339 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
