1987 Porsche 959 vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 23 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 133 kg more than 1987 Porsche 959.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Avalon. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Avalon. 2010 Toyota Avalon 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. 2010 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 959 | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 959 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2819 mm |
