2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1363 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-150 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
