1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Ford Laser
To start off, 2005 Ford Laser is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,339 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Laser weights approximately 38 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Laser. 2005 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 2005 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2339 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2620 mm |
