1969 Ford Corsair vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (277 HP) has 218 more horse power than 1969 Ford Corsair. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Corsair.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Porsche 911 (385 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Corsair | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Corsair | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 277 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |
