2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1987 Subaru XT
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru XT 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 215 more horse power than 1987 Subaru XT. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1987 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1987 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | XT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
