2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 519 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mondeo | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |