1998 Ford F-250 vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1998 Ford F-250 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1038 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944. 1998 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 944 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-250 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-250 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1312 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 |
