1973 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 39 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 432 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.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911. 2012 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1973 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1973 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 911 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
