1997 Porsche 911 vs. 1966 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Sport 800.
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, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Porsche 911 | 1966 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 685 Nm | 67 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2010 mm |