2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1967 Porsche 904
To start off, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 904. (177 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1967 Porsche 904. 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. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1967 Porsche 904 has manual transmission. 1967 Porsche 904 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 1967 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 904 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
