1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2011 Lancia Voyager is newer by 39 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Voyager. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 1033 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, 2011 Lancia Voyager, 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, 2011 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911. 2011 Lancia Voyager 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. 2011 Lancia Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 2011 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Porsche | Lancia |
| Model | 911 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2339 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
