1968 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | 911 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 74.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |