2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1995 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Supra weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911. 2001 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1995 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Supra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
