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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Because 2008 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 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 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 | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2360 mm |