1974 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 33 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1974 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1974 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Porsche 911 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 911 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
