1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 38 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 97 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2010 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Ka, 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Porsche 911 | 2010 Ford Ka | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 911 | Ka |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2339 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |