1970 Ford 17 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 17 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1970 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 17 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | 17 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 63 L |
