2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 541 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |