1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1975 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1999 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Fairlane | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fairlane | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| 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 | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
