1993 Porsche 965 vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avalon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 205 kg more than 1993 Porsche 965.
Because 1993 Porsche 965 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 1993 Porsche 965. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon, 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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avalon. 2000 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 965 | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 965 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
