1974 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is newer by 38 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 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 525 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador weights approximately 495 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador 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, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (689 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador 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. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Porsche 911 | 2012 Lamborghini Aventador | |
| Make | Porsche | Lamborghini |
| Model | 911 | Aventador |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2686 cc | 6500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 700 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 689 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
