1971 Ford Zephyr vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 95 kg more than 1971 Ford Zephyr. 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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Zephyr | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Zephyr | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2740 mm |
