1975 Toyota Publica vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1975 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Publica | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Publica | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 3594 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |
