1973 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape 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 55 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 566 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 Escape, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape. 2011 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1973 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1973 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 911 | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
