1960 Ford Popular vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1974 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Porsche 911 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1960 Ford Popular. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Popular | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Popular | 911 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
