1999 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Supra (325 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Porsche 911. (296 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Supra weights approximately 295 kg more than 1999 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Toyota Supra (441 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 911. (350 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche 911 | 1996 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
