2005 Ford Focus vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 959 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Porsche 959 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 1983 Porsche 959. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Focus | 959 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |
