1999 Lada Samara II vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1999 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche 911 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 2002 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lada Samara II, 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (502 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lada Samara II | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | Samara II | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 502 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |