2004 Ford E-150 vs. 1976 Porsche 930
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 987 kg more than 1976 Porsche 930.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 930. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-150 | 1976 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-150 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
