1989 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1276 kg more than 1989 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, 2012 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911. 2012 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1989 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1989 Porsche 911 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:
1989 Porsche 911 | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 911 | E-150 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 132 L |