2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 930. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-250 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 3299 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2510 mm |
