2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 415 kg more than 1987 Porsche 959.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Freestyle | 959 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
