1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1985 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-250 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
