1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-250. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 665 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3505 mm |
