2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 243 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Porsche 911 (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Cee'd | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |
