1973 Porsche 911 vs. 1982 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1982 Subaru Rex is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Rex. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Porsche 911 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1982 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Rex. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 911 | 1982 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | Rex |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2260 mm |
