2012 Porsche 911 vs. 1978 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 447 kg more than 1978 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina. 1978 Ford Cortina has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Ford Cortina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche 911 | 1978 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
