1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 40 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 425 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, 2012 Kia Sportage, 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911. 2012 Kia Sportage 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. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | 911 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| 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 | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
