1960 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Porsche 911

To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 853 kg more than 1960 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Anglia.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Ford Anglia 2007 Porsche 911
Make Ford Porsche
Model Anglia 911
Year Released 1960 2007
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 997 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 35 HP 473 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 70 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.9:1 10.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 737 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 80 L