2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1971 Subaru R-2
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru R-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru R-2 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1971 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1971 Subaru R-2. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1971 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | R-2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1930 mm |
