1972 Ford Maverick vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 1994 Porsche 928 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1972 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1972 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Maverick | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Maverick | 928 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
