2007 Ford F-150 vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 2007 Ford F-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 F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 924. 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 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924. 2007 Ford F-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 F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-150 | 924 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6310 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4150 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 61 L |
