2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-250 | 959 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2270 mm |
