1967 Ford 17 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1967 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 17. (112 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford 17 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | 17 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
