1981 Ford Capri vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 240 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Capri | 911 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |