2000 Ford Ranger vs. 1977 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Ford Ranger is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ranger. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 911 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2000 Ford Ranger. 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, 1977 Porsche 911 (431 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ranger. (250 Nm). This means 1977 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 1977 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ranger | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
