1975 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 911 (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Pod. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 911 weights approximately 251 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 911. (343 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 911 | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Pod |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
