1954 Ford Popular vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1973 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Porsche 911 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Popular | 911 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2280 mm |