2004 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 32 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (190 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 513 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Diamante | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
