1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 911. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 175 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo, 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 1969 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Tempo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2270 mm |
