1977 Ford 2000 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford 2000 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (99 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1977 Ford 2000. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford 2000 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | 2000 | 911 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |