2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1973 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1973 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 481 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
