1975 Ford Maverick vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1975 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1975 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Maverick | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Maverick | 911 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |