1966 Ford Falcon vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 301 kg more than 1966 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (362 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Falcon | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Falcon | 993 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |
