1978 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP) has 470 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Sprinter | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | Sprinter | 911 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3800 cc |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 530 HP |
Torque | 97 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |