1986 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 911 (228 HP) has 154 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 911 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2012 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Porsche 911 | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
