2004 Ford E-250 vs. 1981 Porsche 928
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 928 (238 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1981 Porsche 928.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 928. (356 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-250 | 1981 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-250 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 85 L |
