1973 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 37 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 527 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Because 1973 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix35, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 911 | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Porsche | Hyundai |
| Model | 911 | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2640 mm |
