1986 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1986 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Crown Victoria. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Crown Victoria. 1986 Ford Crown Victoria 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. 1986 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Crown Victoria | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |
