1978 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 911 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo, 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (265 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 911 | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Porsche | Tata |
| Model | 911 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
