1973 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Scion xD
To start off, 2011 Scion xD 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 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 80 more horse power than 2011 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Scion xD weights approximately 241 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 911 | 2011 Scion xD | |
| Make | Porsche | Scion |
| Model | 911 | xD |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2461 mm |
