1974 Ford Capri vs. 1965 Porsche 904
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Porsche 904 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (106 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 421 kg more than 1965 Porsche 904.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 1965 Porsche 904 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Capri | 904 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 699 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |