2001 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
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 Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche Carrera GT | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Carrera GT | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 602 Nm | 94 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |