1988 Ford Falcon vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 255 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Falcon | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
