1973 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1973 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (190 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Capri | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Capri | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1688 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2895 mm |
