1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Cortina | 911 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |