1975 Ford Torino 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 Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Porsche 911.
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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Torino | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Torino | 911 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 296 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |