1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2005 Porsche 911

To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 804 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Ford Festiva 2005 Porsche 911
Make Ford Porsche
Model Festiva 911
Year Released 1989 2005
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1324 cc 3605 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 57 HP 445 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 620 Nm
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.5 mm 76 mm
Vehicle Weight 786 kg 1590 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


 

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