1993 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1993 Ford Falcon. (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 115 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1993 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Falcon | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Falcon | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |