1976 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo

To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 911 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 911 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1976 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 1976 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Aygo, 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, 1976 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Porsche 911 2008 Toyota Aygo
Make Porsche Toyota
Model 911 Aygo
Year Released 1976 2008
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 2994 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 865 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 3405 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1615 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 35 L


 

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