1969 Ford Capri vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 1995 Porsche 965 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 965 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Capri | 965 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2270 mm |
