1979 Ford LTD vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 310 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | LTD | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2350 mm |