1989 Porsche 911 vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,385 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 299 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche 911 (854 Nm) has 800 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Porsche 911 | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 29 HP |
| Torque | 854 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 580 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2140 mm |
