2000 Ford F-150 vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Ford F-150 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
Because 2000 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 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, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford F-150 | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-150 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1260 mm |
