1978 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 556 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 370 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (86 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Capri | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 605 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 591 Nm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |