2005 Ford F-350 vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-350 | 914 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 61 L |
