1995 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 200 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford C-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford C-Max. (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 911 | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1684 mm |
