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, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1177 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911. 2008 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1973 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1973 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
