1999 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Ka would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1999 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Ka | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ka | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |
