1972 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1972 Ford Escort. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Escort | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |
