1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Corolla | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |
