2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 534 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1858 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
