1999 Ford Contour vs. 1985 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 32 kg more than 1985 Porsche 911.
Because 1985 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 1985 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1985 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Contour | 1985 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Contour | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
