2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1977 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 928. (237 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1977 Porsche 928. 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 1977 Porsche 928. 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 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 928. (363 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1977 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-150 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
