1993 Porsche 964 vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 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 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 124 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 964. (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 964.
Because 1993 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-350. 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-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 964. 2012 Ford F-350 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-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 964 | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 964 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 132 L |
