1973 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 30 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 980 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 911 | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 911 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |
