2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1986 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1986 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (398 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 911. (286 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1986 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-150 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4000 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 80 L |
