1954 Ford Popular vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 560 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Popular | 911 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 665 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2280 mm |