1990 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1990 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 F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche 911 | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 911 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3163 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1961 mm |