2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1986 Ford Capri

To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1986 Ford Capri. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Porsche 911 1986 Ford Capri
Make Porsche Ford
Model 911 Capri
Year Released 2001 1986
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3596 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 315 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 87.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 66 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 9.2:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 58 L


 

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