2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1974 Tatra T613

To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Tatra T613 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 183 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T613 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.

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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T613.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Porsche 911 1974 Tatra T613
Make Porsche Tatra
Model 911 T613
Year Released 2009 1974
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 3823 cc 3495 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Horse Power 350 HP 167 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5030 mm
Vehicle Width 1310 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2990 mm


 

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