1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Daihatsu Taft | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Taft | 911 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2360 mm |