1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1992 Porsche 928

To start off, 1992 Porsche 928 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 792 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ford Anglia 1992 Porsche 928
Make Ford Porsche
Model Anglia 928
Year Released 1959 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 997 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 70 Nm 408 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 738 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 76 L


 

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