1958 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 768 kg more than 1958 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort. 1999 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Escort | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | 911 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| 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 | 31 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 64 L |
