2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 928. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-250 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 76 L |
