1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 911 (156 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 210 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911.
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, 1969 Porsche 911 (191 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm). This means 1969 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 1969 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Scorpio | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
