1968 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2004 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 64 L |
