2009 Ford Focus vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Porsche 911 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 1968 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 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Focus | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 61 L |