1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 15 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 590 kg more than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-250 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | F-250 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7275 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2920 mm |