1973 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 38 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 911 | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Porsche | Jeep |
| Model | 911 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1957 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
