1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
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, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Zodiac | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Zodiac | 911 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 685 Nm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 349 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2270 mm |
