1975 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 911 (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1635 kg more than 1975 Porsche 911.
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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 911. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 911. 2013 Ford E-Series has automatic transmission and 1975 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1975 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 911 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.06:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 250 L |
