1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1993 Porsche 993
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (212 HP @ 4450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 935 kg more than 1993 Porsche 993.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 1993 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Econoline | 993 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4450 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2280 mm |
