2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Celica. 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 (401 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
