1994 Porsche 965 vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1181 kg more than 1994 Porsche 965.
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, 1994 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Expedition. 2012 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 965 | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 965 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3327 mm |
