1962 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 49 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (620 HP) has 561 more horse power than 1962 Ford Capri. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 442 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Capri. (185 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Capri | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Capri | 911 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 620 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 953 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4468 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1852 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
