1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-250 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | F-250 | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7275 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 665 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2280 mm |