1974 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa 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 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 99 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Musa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Musa weights approximately 156 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 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 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Musa, 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Porsche 911 | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Porsche | Lancia |
| Model | 911 | Musa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2686 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
