1974 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
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, 1974 Porsche 911 (235 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Porsche 911 | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |