2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 5,406 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 4 more horse power than 1979 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930. 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 1979 Porsche 930. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Porsche 930. (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | F-150 | 930 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2510 mm |