2000 Hyundai XG vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Hyundai XG is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai XG is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai XG. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai XG weights approximately 483 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 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 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai XG, 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, 2000 Hyundai XG (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai XG will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911. 2000 Hyundai XG has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Hyundai XG will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai XG | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | XG | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
