2004 Ford Lynx vs. 1975 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Ford Lynx is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 911 (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2004 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 911 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Ford Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Lynx, 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, 1975 Porsche 911 (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Lynx | 1975 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Lynx | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
