1968 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Porsche 996
To start off, 1999 Porsche 996 is newer by 31 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 996 weights approximately 613 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 1999 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1999 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | 996 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
