1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Prefect. 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 (350 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Prefect | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 117 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2360 mm |