1968 Ford Fairlane vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1968 Ford Fairlane. (152 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1968 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Fairlane | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fairlane | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2360 mm |
