2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio 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 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Porsche |
| Model | Scorpio | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2610 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 79 L |
