1973 Porsche 917 vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 917. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 917 would be higher. At 4,994 cc, 1973 Porsche 917 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 917 (520 HP) has 378 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (142 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 917 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1973 Porsche 917.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 917 (610 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1973 Porsche 917 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 917 | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 917 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4994 cc | 1793 cc |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 1065 kg |
