1991 Porsche 968 vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1991 Porsche 968.
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, 2011 Ford E-250 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 968. 2011 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 968 | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 968 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 125 L |
