1972 Ford Custom vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 289 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom. 1972 Ford Custom has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Custom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Custom | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Custom | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |