2005 Ford Bantam vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 968 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2005 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 968 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 1993 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Bantam, 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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Bantam | 968 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 92 L |
