1947 Ford Pilot vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Ford Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Ford Pilot would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Ford Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1947 Ford Pilot. (85 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1947 Ford Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Ford Pilot weights approximately 48 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Ford Pilot | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Pilot | 968 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
