1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 295 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon. 1998 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT 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 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Falcon | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 92 L |
