2004 Ford GT vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 944. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 260 kg more than 1989 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | GT | 944 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
