1962 Ford Popular vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1973 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1962 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Porsche 911 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1962 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:
| 1962 Ford Popular | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Popular | 911 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
