1982 Porsche 944 vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1266 kg more than 1982 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, 2012 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944. 2012 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1982 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1982 Porsche 944 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 944 | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 944 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 132 L |
