2007 Ford C-MAX vs. 1966 Porsche 911

To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Porsche 911 (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 390 kg more than 1966 Porsche 911.

Because 1966 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 1966 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford C-MAX, 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, 1966 Porsche 911 (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford C-MAX.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford C-MAX 1966 Porsche 911
Make Ford Porsche
Model C-MAX 911
Year Released 2007 1966
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1596 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 99 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 179 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.8:1
Top Speed 175 km/hour 215 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1062 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4170 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2220 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 61 L