1988 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 911. (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 911 | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 911 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 115 L |