1979 Subaru Rex vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1979 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Rex | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Subaru | Porsche |
| Model | Rex | 911 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2450 mm |
