1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (408 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (401 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Falcon | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Falcon | 911 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |