1974 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 29 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 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 500 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 2003 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Porsche 911 | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 911 | Baja |
Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2686 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |