1972 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Corolla | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Corolla | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2360 mm |
