1981 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2001 Porsche GT2

To start off, 2001 Porsche GT2 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Porsche GT2.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Porsche GT2 (621 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. 1981 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche GT2 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche GT2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Ford Crown Victoria 2001 Porsche GT2
Make Ford Porsche
Model Crown Victoria GT2
Year Released 1981 2001
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4186 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 456 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 621 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 5320 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2360 mm


 

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