2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1979 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 928 (295 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-150 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1979 Porsche 928.
Because 1979 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Porsche 928. (380 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1979 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-150 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 86 L |
