2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 32 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Expedition | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2280 mm |