1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 585 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 2013 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 2013 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Festiva | 911 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2450 mm |