2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
