1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 187 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993.
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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Scorpio | 993 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
