2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 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, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1956 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 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 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | F-150 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |