1993 Porsche 964 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 964. (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 964. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1993 Porsche 964. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 964. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 964 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 964 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 964 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 964 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 98 L |
