1960 Ford Popular vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 1995 Porsche 965 is newer by 35 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 965 weights approximately 740 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 | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Popular | 965 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2270 mm |
