2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,399 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP) has 202 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 464 kg more than 2009 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Bantam, 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Bantam | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
