2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 35 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 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1099 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Terracan | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Terracan | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2900 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
