1974 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 39 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 673 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 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Porsche 911 | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2820 mm |
