1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 717 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1961 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1961 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Prefect | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Prefect | 911 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |