2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 35 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1127 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Explorer | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2280 mm |
