1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1973 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Cortina weights approximately 94 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Cortina | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Cortina | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2280 mm |