2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
