1977 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1977 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Capri | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Capri | 911 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |
