1995 Porsche 928 vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect

To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 18 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 4 kg more than 1995 Porsche 928.

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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect, 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 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Porsche 928 2013 Ford Transit Connect
Make Porsche Ford
Model 928 Transit Connect
Year Released 1995 2013
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4664 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 306 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1534 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4587 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 2113 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 2014 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2911 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 58 L


 

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