1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (376 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 594 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 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 996. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Festiva, 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 996 (386 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Festiva | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Festiva | 996 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2360 mm |