1998 Ford Falcon vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 Porsche 959.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon. 1998 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1983 Porsche 959 has manual transmission. 1983 Porsche 959 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Falcon | 959 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2280 mm |
