1986 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1986 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (187 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Taurus | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Taurus | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |