2000 Ford Laser vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Ford Laser is newer by 28 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 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Laser weights approximately 38 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 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 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Laser, 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Laser | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Laser | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
