2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (381 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Porsche 911 (385 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 911 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 66 L |
