1997 Ford Ranger vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Ford Ranger is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Ranger weights approximately 339 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Ranger | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Ranger | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |