1989 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 200 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911.
Because 1968 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 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Magna | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Magna | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |
