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 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 417 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 721 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.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 520 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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2280 mm |