1998 Ford Contour vs. 1987 Porsche 928
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 928 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour, 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, 1987 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 1987 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Contour | 928 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |
