1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana

To start off, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana weights approximately 726 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. 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, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (310 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Ford Anglia 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
Make Ford Porsche
Model Anglia Pan Americana
Year Released 1964 1990
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 997 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 40 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 75 Nm 310 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 750 kg 1476 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2280 mm


 

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