2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (190 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1563 kg more than 1972 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-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford F-250 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | F-250 | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 70.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 80 L |