2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 34 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 727 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ulysse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Ulysse | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Ulysse | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2177 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |