2005 Ford GT vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 184 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968. 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | GT | 968 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 92 L |
