2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1978 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1978 Porsche 924 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-150 | 924 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
