2007 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (226 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 500 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 1973 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1973 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Galant | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
