1952 Ford Crestline vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Crestline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Crestline would be higher. At 3,929 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Ford Crestline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1952 Ford Crestline. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Crestline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Crestline weights approximately 201 kg more than 1995 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Crestline | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Crestline | 911 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2280 mm |
