2001 Porsche 996 vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2010 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 504 kg more than 2010 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 996 | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 996 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
