1997 Ford Falcon vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 749 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (137 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Falcon | 914 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
