1987 Porsche 928 vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 44 kg more than 1987 Porsche 928.
Because 1987 Porsche 928 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 1987 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 1987 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 928 | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 928 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |
