2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1326 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 928. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-250 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 4664 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 76 L |
