1992 Ford Falcon vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Falcon | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Falcon | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |