1977 Ford Taunus vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP) has 296 more horse power than 1977 Ford Taunus. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Taunus.
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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Taunus. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Taunus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Taunus | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Taunus | 911 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 64 L |
