1991 Ford Falcon vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 125 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Falcon | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
