1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 629 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 2011 Toyota Venza 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, 2011 Toyota Venza 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911. 2011 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2339 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
