2007 Ford GT 500 vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford GT 500 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1981 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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford GT 500 | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | GT 500 | 944 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |