1986 Porsche 928 vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1986 Porsche 928.
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, 1986 Porsche 928 (430 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-150. 2011 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1986 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1986 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Porsche 928 | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 928 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4957 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2093 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3505 mm |
