1985 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1985 Ford Taurus. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1985 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Taurus. (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Taurus | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Taurus | 911 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |