1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1964 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1964 Porsche 911. (129 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1964 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1964 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 911. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 1964 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-150 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2190 mm |
