1990 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Scion xB
To start off, 2012 Scion xB is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2012 Scion xB. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2012 Scion xB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Scion xB, 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion xB. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 911 | 2012 Scion xB | |
| Make | Porsche | Scion |
| Model | 911 | xB |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |
