2006 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Galant | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
