2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 911. (185 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 472 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 911. (265 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 911. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1978 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1978 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Five Hundred | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |