2001 Ford F-250 vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 2001 Ford F-250 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-250 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1983 Porsche 959.
Because 2001 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Porsche 959. 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford F-250. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-250. 2001 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1983 Porsche 959 has manual transmission. 1983 Porsche 959 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford F-250 | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | F-250 | 959 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2280 mm |