1991 Porsche 928 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (345 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 223 kg more than 2013 Scion tC. 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 928 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Porsche | Scion |
| Model | 928 | tC |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5397 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
