1994 Porsche 928 vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 291 kg more than 1994 Porsche 928.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 928 | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 928 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 409 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
