2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1982 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1982 Porsche 944 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-350 | 944 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 66 L |
