1973 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 650 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Because 1973 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 1973 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford C-Max, 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, 1973 Porsche 911 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford C-Max. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Porsche 911 | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 911 | C-Max |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2788 mm |