2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 599 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
Because 1977 Porsche 930 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 1977 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy, 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, 1977 Porsche 930 (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Galaxy | 930 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
