2006 Ford Bantam vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 924 (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1770 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924.
Because 1975 Porsche 924 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 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam, 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 924 (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam. 1975 Porsche 924 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Porsche 924 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Bantam | 924 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
