2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (250 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (309 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
| Model | Defender | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |
