1992 Ford Probe vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Probe would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1992 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Probe weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 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 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Probe, 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Probe | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Probe | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2280 mm |
