1973 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Daihatsu Consorte 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 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, 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.
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1973 Daihatsu Consorte | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Consorte | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2350 mm |