2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Suzuki Fronte 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 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
Model | 911 | Fronte |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 30 L |