1962 Ford Capri vs. 1962 Porsche 356
To start off, both 1962 Ford Capri and 1962 Porsche 356 were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Porsche 356 (74 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Ford Capri. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Capri weights approximately 95 kg more than 1962 Porsche 356.
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:
| 1962 Ford Capri | 1962 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Capri | 356 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 953 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
