1977 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (400 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche 911 (440 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Galant | 911 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2451 mm |