2005 Ford Econoline vs. 1987 Porsche 928
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 795 kg more than 1987 Porsche 928.
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, 1987 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econoline | 1987 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Econoline | 928 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
