1995 Ford Versailles vs. 1995 Porsche 965

To start off, both 1995 Ford Versailles and 1995 Porsche 965 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1995 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Versailles.

Because 1995 Porsche 965 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Porsche 965. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Versailles, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Versailles.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Versailles 1995 Porsche 965
Make Ford Porsche
Model Versailles 965
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1781 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 91 HP 356 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2270 mm


 

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