1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 905 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche 911. 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 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | F-250 | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7275 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2350 mm |