1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 65 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Falcon | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
