1996 Toyota MR2 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota MR2 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | MR2 | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 420 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |