2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1997 Tata E
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Tata E 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 (356 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1997 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1997 Tata E. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1997 Tata E | |
| Make | Porsche | Tata |
| Model | 911 | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 356 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
