1999 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2012 Ford Falcon. (265 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 172 kg more than 1999 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Falcon. (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche 911 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
