2001 Ford F-250 vs. 1976 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Ford F-250 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1976 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-250 | 1976 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-250 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2270 mm |
