1994 Porsche 928 vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1994 Porsche 928 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Falcon (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 928. (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 928 | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 928 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 409 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
