2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota MR2 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 177 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1995 Toyota MR2. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | MR2 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |