1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 418 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 911 | Cortina |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |