1974 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 475 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Porsche 911 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 911 | Forester |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |