2008 Ford Focus vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 287 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 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 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus, 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Focus | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 222 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 | 1362 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
