1968 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2008 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. 2008 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 125 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 67 L |
