2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1961 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Corona. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1961 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Corona. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1961 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
