2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1993 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus. (264 HP @ 6251 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 928 weights approximately 564 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 928 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 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus, 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 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1993 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Taurus | 928 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
