1962 Ford Capri vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1962 Ford Capri. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 447 kg more than 1962 Ford Capri. 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Capri. (185 Nm). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Capri | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Capri | 968 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 953 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 92 L |
