1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 425 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
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, 1998 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 993 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 993 | Quantum |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3120 mm |