1987 Plymouth Turismo vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 1987 Plymouth Turismo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 911 (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911.
Because 1969 Porsche 911 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 1969 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Plymouth Turismo, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Porsche 911 (176 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Plymouth Turismo | 1969 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
| Model | Turismo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
