1998 Ford Probe vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Ford Probe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1998 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Porsche 911 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 1992 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Probe, 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Probe | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Probe | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
