1979 Porsche 936 vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, both 1979 Porsche 936 and 1979 Subaru DL were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,142 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 936 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 936 (573 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 506 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 936 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru DL weights approximately 118 kg more than 1979 Porsche 936.
Because 1979 Porsche 936 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 1979 Porsche 936. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru DL, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Porsche 936 | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 936 | DL |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 820 kg |
