1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1993 Porsche 965
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 965 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1994 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 1993 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Scorpio | 965 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2270 mm |
