1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica 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 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. 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 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Publica | 911 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3800 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2350 mm |
