1997 Ford Contour vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 418 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Porsche 912 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Porsche 912. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Ford Contour (231 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Contour | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Contour | 912 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
