1993 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1993 Ford Falcon. (216 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Falcon. (365 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Falcon | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Falcon | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |