1978 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 849 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911.
Because 1978 Porsche 911 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 1978 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex, 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 911 | 2012 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Flex |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
