2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera 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 341 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Sera. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera. 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 1992 Toyota Sera. 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) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Sera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
