1996 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. (179 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 655 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Crown Victoria | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 228 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
