2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (190 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 638 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (354 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-150 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
