2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1985 Porsche 924
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 924. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1985 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 924. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-350 | 1985 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | F-350 | 924 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1217 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2410 mm |