1975 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 651 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | 911 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1845 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |