1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana

To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana 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 59 more horse power than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 904 kg more than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. 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 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche Pan Americana has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Ford F-250 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
Make Ford Porsche
Model F-250 Pan Americana
Year Released 1997 1990
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 6800 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 306 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 575 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 2380 kg 1476 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2280 mm


 

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