2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 33 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 627 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 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (250 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Santa Fe | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |