1982 Ford Fairlane vs. 1971 Porsche 907
To start off, 1982 Ford Fairlane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Porsche 907. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Porsche 907 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine.
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. 1982 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1971 Porsche 907 has manual transmission. 1971 Porsche 907 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Fairlane | 1971 Porsche 907 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Fairlane | 907 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2195 cc |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |