1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Festiva | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2360 mm |
