1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 1991 Porsche 964
To start off, 1991 Porsche 964 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 245 kg more than 1991 Porsche 964.
Because 1991 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 964 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, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 964.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Fairlane | 1991 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fairlane | 964 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2280 mm |
