1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 520 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fairlane | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2270 mm |
