1959 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (287 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1343 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Escort | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 96.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 100 L |