1999 Porsche GT3 vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Porsche GT3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche GT3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche GT3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche GT3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche GT3 | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | GT3 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
