2004 Ford Focus vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 434 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (162 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Focus | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
