2008 Kia Carens vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. Both 2008 Kia Carens and 1968 Porsche 911 are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 611 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911.
Because 1968 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 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens, 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, 2008 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carens | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Carens | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |