1977 Porsche 912 vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 912. (87 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 912 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 912. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Porsche 912 | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 912 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3490 mm |