1976 Porsche 912 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 375 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Porsche 912. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Porsche 912 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 912 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
