1969 Ford Capri vs. 2002 Porsche 996
To start off, 2002 Porsche 996 is newer by 33 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 996 weights approximately 439 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.
Because 2002 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 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, 2002 Porsche 996 (370 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 2002 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Capri | 996 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |