2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 665 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (340 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Galant | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
