1987 Porsche 959 vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tundra. (271 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tundra.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tundra. (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tundra. 2007 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 959 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 959 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Porsche 959 | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 959 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2849 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3710 mm |