1968 Porsche 911 vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 222 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour, 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, 1997 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911. 1997 Ford Contour has automatic transmission and 1968 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1968 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford Contour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Porsche 911 | 1997 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
