1986 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 240 kg more than 1986 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 911. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1986 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1986 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Porsche 911 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
