2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2366 kg more than 1953 Porsche 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Porsche 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1953 Porsche 1300 has manual transmission. 1953 Porsche 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Excursion | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2110 mm |
