1971 Ford GT 70 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 70. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 70. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford GT 70 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | GT 70 | 911 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2360 mm |