1994 Porsche 968 vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Falcon weights approximately 304 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968. 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 968 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
