2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1977 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. 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 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1977 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 911 | Cervo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2040 mm |
