1983 Ford GT vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2003 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford GT would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1983 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1983 Ford GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford GT | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | GT | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
