1966 Ford Corsair vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Corsair | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Corsair | 911 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 620 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |