1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Fairlane | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |