1976 Ford Torino vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Torino | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Torino | 911 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 67 L |
