2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1991 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Supra 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 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Supra. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Supra weights approximately 162 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Supra. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 1991 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Supra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |