1972 Porsche 917 vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1998 Toyota MR2 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 917. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 917 would be higher. At 4,994 cc, 1972 Porsche 917 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 917 (520 HP) has 347 more horse power than 1998 Toyota MR2. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 917 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 437 kg more than 1972 Porsche 917.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 917 (610 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm). This means 1972 Porsche 917 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 917 | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 917 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 1235 kg |
