1979 Ford LTD vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (317 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | LTD | 911 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2360 mm |
