2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1976 Porsche 936

To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 936. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 936 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 936 (573 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 936 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 2008 kg more than 1976 Porsche 936.

Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Porsche 936. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1976 Porsche 936 has manual transmission. 1976 Porsche 936 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 1976 Porsche 936
Make Land Rover Porsche
Model Range Rover Sport 936
Year Released 2009 1976
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4394 cc 2142 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 297 HP 573 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 8500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2708 kg 700 kg