1989 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 646 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911. 2010 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1989 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1989 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Porsche 911 | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 72 L |
