1974 Lancia 2000 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1974 Lancia 2000. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 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 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Lancia 2000, 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia 2000 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | 2000 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2280 mm |
