2004 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1975 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 911 (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 342 kg more than 1975 Porsche 911.
Because 1975 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 1975 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tucson, 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, 1975 Porsche 911 (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Tucson | 1975 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Tucson | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 79 L |
