2007 Ford F-150 vs. 1976 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1716 kg more than 1976 Porsche 930.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 930. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 930. 2007 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1976 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1976 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 1976 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-150 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2510 mm |
