1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 642 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.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Anglia | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 64 L |