1978 Ford Capri vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 144 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. 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, 1978 Ford Capri (176 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Capri | 912 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
