1992 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1963 Porsche 718
To start off, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 718. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 718 would be higher. At 4,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1963 Porsche 718. (146 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1963 Porsche 718. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1963 Porsche 718. 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. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1963 Porsche 718 has manual transmission. 1963 Porsche 718 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Crown Victoria | 1963 Porsche 718 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 718 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4598 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 73 L |
