2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1517 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Expedition (395 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300. 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Expedition | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2110 mm |
