2001 Ford Puma vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Ford Puma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Ford Puma. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Puma, 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Puma. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Puma | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Puma | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 77 L |