2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X is newer by 36 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Taurus X weights approximately 157 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus X | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Taurus X | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2280 mm |
