2004 Ford E-250 vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 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 834 kg more than 1986 Porsche 928.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Porsche 928 (408 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-250. (389 Nm). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-250 | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-250 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97 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 | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |
