2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Bantam | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 229 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
