1995 Porsche 928 vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 277 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2010 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Porsche 928 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 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ka, 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 928 (500 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (102 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 928 | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 928 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5395 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
